May 12, 2022
GHS Microchip Clinic
Join us on Saturday, June 4th, 2022 for another GHS Microchip Clinic. It will be the second clinic at our new facility (190 Hanlon Creek Blvd, Guelph).
Our goal is to get 120 animals microchipped! Cats or dogs are welcome.
You MUST register ahead of time. Register at www.guelphhumane.ca/micro.
Appointments are available between 9am and 2:30pm.
Dogs will be microchipped OUTSIDE the building, and cats will be taken inside to be microchipped.
Register today before spaces are booked up!
August 26, 2021
NEWS RELEASE: GHS rehoming dogs from Texas, thanks to the additional space in their new building
GUELPH, ON (August 26, 2021) – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) was involved in its first-ever cross-border animal transfer, taking in six dogs from Texas. On Sunday, August 15th, 84 dogs flew from Texas to Windsor, Ontario, on a private plane coordinated and funded by the generous Bissell Pet Foundation. Two GHS team members drove down to Windsor to bring six of those dogs back to Guelph. (more…)
April 29, 2021
LAST DAY – 2022 GHS Calendar Contest
THE FINAL DAY FOR THE CALENDAR CONTEST IS HERE!
Contest closes tonight at 8pm!
Share with friends and family through your social media! Donations made in support of an animal are valued at one vote for every $1.00 donated. Those who donate $20.00 or more will receive a tax-receipt
The Top 12 pets with the highest votes ($1=1 vote) will win a spot in our 2022 calendar. The pet with the most votes will also get the front cover image of the calendar!
The 12 winners with the highest number of votes will be asked to bring their pet to the Guelph Humane Society, 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd., Guelph, ON, in order to have their pictures taken on Saturday, June 12th by Laura Wombwell Photography. A backup date for the photoshoot will be Saturday July 10. (due to COVID-19, this date may be subject to change). Please ensure you are available for this date prior to entering, or email events@guelphhumane.ca if you have concerns.
*WE WILL BE UPDATING AS PER COVID-19 UPDATES.
2022 GHS Calendar Contest OPEN NOW!
THE 2022 GHS CALENDAR CONTEST IS NOW OPEN!
The calendar contest is an exciting way to celebrate your amazing pet while fundraising for the most vulnerable animals in our community.
Here’s how to get started:
1) Take a clear photo of your pet. Check out our photo taking tips HERE.
2) Write a fun, short bio sharing what your pet means to you and your family.
3) Go to 2022 GHS Calendar Contest website and register your pet. There is a $20 registration fee, which will kick-start your voting with 20 votes ($1 = 1 vote). All funds raised in the calendar contest will go towards the highest priority needs at GHS. Before entering you pet make sure you read the contest rules HERE.
4) Share your contest page with friends and family through your social media channels! Donations made in support of an animal are valued at one vote for every $1.00 donated. Those who donate $20.00 or more will receive a tax-receipt.
5) The Top 12 pets with the highest number of votes will win a spot in our 2022 calendar. The pet with the most votes will win the front cover image of the calendar & a GHS prize pack!
6) The contest runs all of May!
Contest Opens: Sat. May 1, 9am. Register online.
Contest Closes: Mon. May 31, 8pm
Winning photos will be taken Saturday, June 12th by Laura Wombwell Photography. A backup date for the photoshoot will be Saturday July 10. (due to COVID-19, this date may be subject to change).
Please ensure you are available for these dates prior to entering, or email events@guelphhumane.ca if you have concerns.
November 16, 2020
NEWS RELEASE – Gifts to the Guelph Humane Society this holiday season will be matched by generous corporate sponsors.
GUELPH, ON (November 16, 2020) – The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) is barking for joy as they kick-start their holiday giving campaign. During this festive and generous time of year, GHS asks you to open your heart and give hope to the most vulnerable animals in our community.
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March 27, 2020
LAST DAY – 2021 GHS Calendar Contest
THE FINAL DAY FOR THE CALENDAR CONTEST IS HERE!
Contest closes tonight at 8pm!
Share with friends and family through your social media! Donations made in support of an animal are valued at one vote for every $1.00 donated. Those who donate $20.00 or more will receive a tax-receipt
The Top 12 pets with the highest votes ($1=1 vote) will win a spot in our 2021 calendar. The pet with the most votes will also get the front cover image of the calendar!
The 12 winners with the highest number of votes will be asked to bring their pet to the Guelph Humane Society, 500 Wellington St. W., Guelph, ON, in order to have their pictures taken on Saturday, June 13th by Nicole Buzzing Photography (due to COVID-19, this date may be subject to change). Please ensure you are available for this date prior to entering, or email events@guelphhumane.ca if you have concerns.
*WE WILL BE UPDATING AS PER COVID-19 UPDATES.
2021 GHS Calendar Contest (COMPLETED!)
THE GHS CALENDAR CONTEST IS COMPLETED!
Stay tuned for our 2021 calendars coming on sale this fall!
The calendar contest is an exciting way to celebrate your amazing pet while fundraising for the most vulnerable animals in our community.
Here’s how to get started:
1) Take a clear photo of your pet. Check out our photo taking tips HERE.
2) Write a fun, short bio sharing what your pet means to you and your family.
3) Go to 2021 GHS Calendar Contest website and register your pet. There is registration fee of $20 to kick start your voting ($1 = 1 vote). All funds raised in the calendar contest will go towards the highest priority needs at GHS. Before entering you pet make sure you read the contest rules HERE.
4) Share your contest page with friends and family through your social media channels! Donations made in support of an animal are valued at one vote for every $1.00 donated. Those who donate $20.00 or more will receive a tax-receipt.
5) The Top 12 pets with the highest number of votes will win a spot in our 2021 calendar. The pet with the most votes will win the front cover image of the calendar & a GHS prize pack!
6) The contest runs all of April!
Contest Opens: Thurs. Apr. 2, 9am. Register online.
Contest Closes: Thus. Apr. 30, 8pm
Winning photos will be taken Saturday, June 13th by Nicole Buzzing Photography (due to COVID-19, this date may be subject to change). Please ensure you are available for this date prior to entering, or email events@guelphhumane.ca if you have concerns.
*WE WILL BE UPDATING AS PER COVID-19 UPDATES.
March 24, 2020
NEWS RELEASE – The Guelph Humane Society is ensuring animals are safe and cared for while closed to the public
GUELPH, ON (March 24, 2020) – The Guelph Humane Society wants the community to know the animals in their care are safe and being well cared for during this pandemic. With the help of volunteer foster homes, GHS has been able to place a majority of animals into foster care during this time of social distancing. Currently, GHS has 75 pets in foster care and 16 pets being cared for at 500 Wellington St. W.
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